Apple restricts motion data access in China-specific iOS version
Apple's iOS 27.2 beta introduces a new setting allowing users to block apps from accessing motion sensors. The feature reportedly appears only for users with mainland China App Store accounts.
Apple's latest beta release for iOS 27.2 includes a new "Restrict Motion Data" control within the Privacy & Security settings. This feature empowers users to prevent individual applications from accessing the device's motion sensors, such as the accelerometer and gyroscope.
The addition is believed to curb apps' ability to trigger "shake-to-open" ad redirects, a common complaint among users in China. Reports indicate that this option is exclusively visible when the device is signed in with a mainland China App Store account. Apple has not officially commented on whether the feature specifically targets shake-based advertisements.
While the functionality could still evolve before the final release, its introduction suggests Apple is addressing privacy concerns related to motion data usage. The move could lead to a more controlled user experience regarding app-initiated ad redirects triggered by device movement.